Reading

General Definitions
1. Reading: The act of interpreting and understanding written or printed text.
2. Literacy: The ability to read, write, and understand written language.

Types of Reading
1. Extensive reading: Reading a wide range of texts, often for pleasure or general knowledge.
2. Intensive reading: Close, detailed reading of a text, often for analysis or comprehension.
3. Silent reading: Reading without speaking or vocalizing the words.
4. Loud reading: Reading aloud, often for others to hear.

Reading Skills
1. Decoding: The ability to recognize and pronounce written words.
2. Comprehension: The ability to understand the meaning of a text.
3. Fluency: The ability to read with ease, accuracy, and proper pacing.
4. Vocabulary: The knowledge of words and their meanings.

Other Definitions
1. Reading speed: The rate at which a person can read and understand text.
2. Reading comprehension strategies: Techniques used to improve understanding and retention of text.
3. Reading disability: A condition that affects a person's ability to read, such as dyslexia.